Automation Engineer - PLCs, Robotics & Greenfield Plant

Socket.dev; Crawfordsville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nucor is seeking an Automation Engineer for its Nucor Towers & Structures Indiana operation in Crawfordsville, IN. The role focuses on owning automation and electrical functions within state-of-the-art manufacturing cells and robotic advancements.

Ideal candidate has a STEM degree and hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial controls; willing to travel for training and cross-site alignment across NTS locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent work experience.
• Diverse background in PLCs, HMIs, and industrial controls.
• Ability to travel for training and alignment with other NTS sites.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and upgrade automation systems at key points in the production process.
• Troubleshoot servos, sensors, and control components.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and robotic systems.
• Attend automation, robotics, and equipment supplier training.

Skills

PLCs

HMIs

Industrial controls

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMIs

ABB robots

Ignition

Job description

Nucor is seeking an Automation Engineer for its Nucor Towers & Structures Indiana operation in Crawfordsville, IN. The role focuses on owning automation and electrical functions within state-of-the-art manufacturing cells and robotic advancements.

Ideal candidate has a STEM degree and hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial controls; willing to travel for training and cross-site alignment across NTS locations.